Invercargill's very cold winters make efficient heating essential — gas fires and gas heating are popular despite LPG's higher cost versus electricity. Gas cooking is prized for its precision control. Here's what gasfitters charge in Invercargill in 2026.
Invercargill Gasfitter Rates 2026
| Service | Invercargill typical cost |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $82–$148/hr |
| Call-out fee | $62–$135 |
| Gas hob installation | $370–$820 |
| Gas oven installation | $470–$1,020 |
| Gas hot water cylinder (install) | $1,900–$3,900 |
| Continuous flow gas hot water | $1,700–$3,300 |
| Gas fire installation (flued) | $2,800–$6,500 |
| Gas BBQ point installation | $370–$820 |
| LPG to natural gas conversion | $440–$1,350 |
| Gas leak detection | $175–$460 |
| Annual gas appliance service | $135–$310 |
All prices GST inclusive. Below national average.
Invercargill Gas Supply
Natural gas is available in parts of Invercargill via Vector Gas. LPG is used in areas without mains gas connection and is common in rural Southland.
All Gasfitting is Restricted Work in NZ
All gasfitting must be done by a PGDB-registered gasfitter. Connecting any gas appliance, installing pipework, or modifying gas systems is restricted work requiring a compliance certificate. Verify at pgdb.co.nz.
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